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What About Me?

Kenny Rogers · 1984

40 min · 10 tracks · soft rock · adult contemporary music · country pop

A reflective blend of soft rock and country, rich with heartfelt melodies and intimate storytelling.

Why this album works

Best for
steady mid-tempo reflective moments heartfelt melodies for quiet evenings intimate storytelling in each track
Context
Released in January 1984, 'What About Me?' marked Kenny Rogers' transition into a more pop-oriented sound following the success of his previous albums. At this point in his career, Rogers was enjoying significant commercial success, fueled by hits like 'Islands in the Stream' and 'Lady', which positioned him as a crossover star between country and pop music.
If you like
soft rock, adult contemporary music, country pop

What About Me? is an album by Kenny Rogers, released in 1984. A reflective blend of soft rock and country, rich with heartfelt melodies and intimate storytelling. This album reached No. 6 on the Billboard Country Albums chart, reflecting Rogers' enduring popularity. It also features the title track, which became a notable hit, showcasing his ability to blend emotional resonance with mainstream appeal and solidifying his status in the adult contemporary genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does What About Me? sound like?

A reflective blend of soft rock and country, rich with heartfelt melodies and intimate storytelling. Rooted in soft rock and adult contemporary music.

What makes What About Me? by Kenny Rogers notable?

This album reached No. 6 on the Billboard Country Albums chart, reflecting Rogers' enduring popularity. It also features the title track, which became a notable hit, showcasing his ability to blend emotional resonance with mainstream appeal and solidifying his status in the adult contemporary genre. Released in January 1984, 'What About Me?' marked Kenny Rogers' transition into a more pop-oriented sound following the success of his previous albums. At this point in his career, Rogers was enjoying significant commercial success, fueled by hits like 'Islands in the Stream' and 'Lady', which positioned him as a crossover star between country and pop music.

Who is What About Me? for?

What About Me? works well if you're into steady mid-tempo reflective moments, heartfelt melodies for quiet evenings and intimate storytelling in each track.

How many songs are on What About Me??

What About Me? has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

Tracklist

10 tracks·40:08

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 What About Me Standout 4:24
  • 2 The Night Goes On Standout 4:35
  • 3 Dream Dancin’ 4:26
  • 4 Two Hearts One Love 3:37
  • 5 I Don’t Want to Know Why 4:06
  • 6 Didn’t We 3:55
  • 7 Somebody Took My Love 3:53
  • 8 Crazy Standout 3:43
  • 9 The Stranger 3:47
  • 10 Heart to Heart 3:42

Release Date

January 1, 1984

Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

40 min 8 sec